Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo, operated by the North of England Zoological Society, is a world-renowned conservation and research organization dedicated to preventing extinction. Beyond its role as a leading wildlife attraction, the zoo maintains a sophisticated Science and Conservation department that conducts high-impact research in veterinary medicine, endocrinology, and biodiversity. A primary focus of their life sciences work is the development of a vaccine for Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpesvirus (EEHV), a critical threat to Asian elephant populations globally. The institution operates a state-of-the-art endocrine laboratory and collaborates extensively with academic partners to advance wildlife health and reproductive biology. Their multidisciplinary approach integrates field conservation with laboratory science to address complex biological challenges.